Camshaft Gear/Sprocket: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
^ Tools Required
- J23523-F Crankshaft Balancer Remover and Installer, or equivalent

1. Remove the timing cover. Service and Repair





2. Remove the crankshaft position sensor reluctor ring.
3. Remove the camshaft sprocket bolts.
4. Remove camshaft sprocket.





5. Remove timing chain.





6. Remove the crankshaft sprocket.
7. Remove crankshaft sprocket key.

INSTALLATION
1. Install the key into the crankshaft keyway.





2. Use the crankshaft balancer installer to install the crankshaft sprocket.





3. Install the camshaft sprocket and timing chain.

NOTE: The gears must mesh in order to prevent damage to the camshaft retainer.





4. Install camshaft sprocket bolts.

CAUTION Be sure to align the camshaft and the crankshaft sprocket marks.

^ Tighten bolts to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.)
5. Align the keyway on the reluctor ring with the key in the crankshaft.





6. Install the reluctor ring onto the crankshaft until the ring is completely seated against the crankshaft sprocket.
7. Install the timing cover.